Mazda RX-8 Engine Specs: The RX-8 Sport comes outfitted with a 1.3 liter, 2-cylinder motor that uses 12 valves. The engine, manufactured by Mazda, is teamed up with a N/A 6-speed transmission. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Mazda.

The RX-8 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

RX-8 Sport Statistics

The dimensions of the RX-8 Sport are 69.70 inches wide by 174.30 inches long. It sits a comfortable 52.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 106.40 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the RX-8 is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 60 months or 60,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $31,370, with an invoice cost of $29,011. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a four-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2008 RX-8 is a traditional MPI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 15.90 gallons.

The 2008 RX-8 gets 22 - 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 16 in the city. This is average for a coupe car.

In Summary

The 2008 model year was unsuccessful for the Mazda RX-8. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Sport version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

Tags: 4-Door, Coupe, Mazda RX-8, Sport, United States market

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